TRADITIONAL RUSSIAN BORSCHT.
Steps:
- Bring the stock to a simmer. Cut the beef shanks into bite size pieces and add to the stock along with the shank bones. Add the peeled potatoes, the bay leaves and a pinch of salt. Cover and let simmer for 1 hour before you start cooking the remaining ingredients. Warm about 3 tbsp of oil in a large, deep skillet, add the shredded beets and saute on medium heat for about 10 minutes. Add to the soup. Add some more oil to the skillet and add the onions. Saute for about 3 minutes, then add the carrots and saute, stirring, for another 15 minutes or so. Remove the potatoes from the soup and transfer to the skillet with the onions and carrots. Mash the potatoes coarsely with a fork. Add half of the strained tomatoes, stir, cover, reduce the heat and let simmer for 20 minutes. After that, add to the soup along with the rest of the strained tomatoes. Wipe the skillet, add more oil and saute the bell pepper until slightly softened, add to the borscht. Add the shredded cabbage and the pickled cabbage juice to the borscht. Stir and, if too thick, thin out with boiling water or meat stock. Adjust the salt and season with pepper; also, check for acidity and if necessary, add more pickle juice. Cover and let simmer for 10 more minutes. Warm the oven slightly and turn off the heat. Take the borscht off heat and stir in pressed garlic and herbs. Cover and place in the warm oven for at least 45 minutes, or, optimally, for 2 hours. Rewarm gently before serving. Serve garnished with sour cream, black rye and additional pressed garlic.
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Zain Siyal
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a classic Russian borscht. The flavors are rich and complex, and the soup is very satisfying. I especially like the addition of the dill and sour cream. I will definitely be making this again.
Phili Zeray
[email protected]This borscht is so flavorful and comforting. I love the addition of the beef and the vegetables. The borscht is also very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.
Mahmuda Begom
[email protected]I've never made borscht before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the soup turned out delicious. I loved the combination of flavors and the sour cream added a nice creamy touch. I will definitely be making this again.
TaHsAd ArMe
[email protected]This borscht is delicious! The flavors are rich and complex, and the soup is very satisfying. I especially like the addition of the dill and sour cream. I will definitely be making this again.
Mayira Namajju
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of beets, but I really enjoyed this borscht. The flavors were well-balanced and the soup was very hearty. I will definitely be making this again.
Ilma Haadharaaw
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a classic Russian borscht. The flavors are rich and complex, and the soup is very satisfying. I especially like the addition of the dill and sour cream. I will definitely be making this again.
Yada Uchiha
[email protected]This borscht is so flavorful and comforting. I love the addition of the beef and the vegetables. The borscht is also very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.
Bd Anas
[email protected]I've never made borscht before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the soup turned out delicious. I loved the combination of flavors and the sour cream added a nice creamy touch. I will definitely be making this again.
juan riosj
[email protected]This borscht is delicious! The flavors are rich and complex, and the soup is very satisfying. I especially like the addition of the dill and sour cream. I will definitely be making this again.
Lili Ghawi
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of beets, but I really enjoyed this borscht. The flavors were well-balanced and the soup was very hearty. I will definitely be making this again.
Natasha Cupido
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a classic Russian borscht. The flavors are rich and complex, and the soup is very satisfying. I especially like the addition of the dill and sour cream. I will definitely be making this again.
Abdullah Shaikh
[email protected]This borscht is so flavorful and comforting. I love the addition of the beef and the vegetables. The borscht is also very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.
Iceboy Isaac
[email protected]I've never had borscht before, but I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed it. This recipe was easy to follow and the borscht turned out delicious. I loved the combination of flavors and the sour cream added a nice creamy touch. I will defin
Harri Griffiths
[email protected]This borscht is delicious! I love the sourness of the tomatoes and the sweetness of the beets. The cabbage and potatoes add a nice texture and the dill and sour cream add a refreshing touch. I will definitely be making this again.
Zack Cootee
[email protected]I made this borscht for my family and they loved it! It was the perfect comfort food on a cold winter day. The borscht was so flavorful and satisfying. I will definitely be making this again.
Amin Hannachi
[email protected]This is the best borscht recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and hearty. I love the addition of the beets and cabbage. They give the borscht a beautiful color and a delicious earthy flavor. I will definitely be making this again.
Hader Shah
[email protected]I was skeptical about making borscht at home, but this recipe proved me wrong. It was surprisingly easy to make and the results were fantastic. The borscht was rich, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. I will definitely be making this again.
Duncan Mathebula
[email protected]This borscht is amazing! The flavors are so complex and delicious. I love the addition of the dill and sour cream. It really takes the dish to the next level. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Tlotlang Monaisa
[email protected]I'm not much of a cook, but I was able to make this borscht and it turned out great! The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the ingredients were easy to find. The borscht was so flavorful and satisfying. I'll definitely be making it agai
Ken Vanpelt
[email protected]My grandmother used to make the best borscht, and this recipe brought back so many fond memories. It was easy to follow and turned out delicious! The flavors were rich and hearty, and the vegetables were perfectly tender. I will definitely be making